Why Study Chemical and Materials Engineering?

Studying Chemical and Materials Engineering at NJIT means preparing for a career at the intersection of innovation, impact, and real-world application. Located in the heart of one of the nation’s most dynamic technology corridors, NJIT offers students unparalleled access to industry, research opportunities, and professional networks. Our programs combine a strong theoretical foundation with hands-on learning, ensuring graduates are ready to solve complex challenges in energy, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, sustainability, and emerging materials technologies.

Students benefit from a practice-oriented education rooted in NJIT’s long-standing commitment to experiential learning. Through cooperative education, internships, undergraduate research, and industry-sponsored projects, students gain valuable professional experience while still in school. Our state-of-the-art instructional laboratories and research facilities allow students to work with advanced instrumentation and modern engineering tools, mirroring the environments they will encounter in industry and graduate research.

The Otto H. York Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering is home to internationally recognized faculty who are actively engaged in cutting-edge research and strong partnerships with industry and government. Small class sizes, dedicated advising, and a collaborative academic culture foster close interactions between students and faculty, creating a supportive environment where students can thrive. An engaged Industry Advisory Board further ensures that our curriculum evolves with workforce needs and technological advances.

Graduates of NJIT’s Chemical and Materials Engineering programs are highly sought after and go on to successful careers in industry, government, startups, research laboratories, law, and academia. Whether students aim to enter the workforce immediately, pursue advanced degrees, or launch innovative ventures, NJIT provides the technical expertise, professional preparation, and real-world perspective needed to lead and succeed in a rapidly changing world.